Latest Childlifespecialist Podcast Episodes
Episode 193 | Katie’s Takeaways from the American Academy of Pediatrics Conference
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - October 25, 2023 06:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIt's a solo episode this week and our host, Katie Taylor, CCLS, dives in to what she experienced at the American Academy of Pediatrics Conference. Katie talks about her travels to Chicago to train a group of clinicians in Chicago, and then her trip to DC where she had hundreds of conversations...
Episode 192 | [Repost] Teresa's Story- A daughter with Spina Bifida and a Tethered Cord
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - October 18, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsThis episode is a repost in honor of Spina Bifida awareness month. Are you a parent of a child with spina bifida who is seeking support and guidance to navigate the challenges of raising your child? Are you looking for increased understanding, support, and strategies to help you and your ch...
Episode 191 |[Repost] Shani’s Story-A child with a learning difference #ADHD #Anxiety #Dyslexia #Dysmorphia
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - October 11, 2023 06:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsWe wanted to repost this epsidoe to highlight that October is Learning Disabilities / Dyslexia / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Month. In a world of unexpected twists, sometimes the greatest surprises lie within our own children. Child Life Specialist, Shani Thornton's j...
Episode 190 |Sara’s Story- Telling your Child you have Cancer [Repost in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month]
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - October 04, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIn honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness month we wanted to repost this episode to provide awareness to our community. Breast cancer survivor, Sara Olsher, battles the disease as a single parent, using her experience to empower others and create resources for families facing cancer...
Episode 189 | Ryan's Story - A son with Costello Syndrome
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - September 27, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsMy special guest is Ryan Sheedy Meet Ryan Sheedy, an incredible father who, much to his own surprise, found himself immersed in the delightful chaos of caring for twin boys. His world drastically transformed ten years ago, when he moved from Pennsylvania to Bentonville, Arkansas. Not only ha...
Episode 188 | Rhandyl and Deonna's stories from Raising Disabled
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - September 20, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsMy special guest is Rhandyl Vinyard, Deonna Wade Rhandyl Vinyard and Deonna Wade are two phenomenal mothers from Texas, each raising disabled children. Drawn together by shared circumstances, their friendship continues to strengthen others walking a similar path. Rhandyl, a physical therapis...
Episode 187 | Kayleigh's Story-A Child Life Specialist's son with Tetralogy of Fallot [part 2]
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - September 13, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsDo you want to become a confident advocate for your child's medical needs? Are you searching for a solution to navigate the complex world of medical care for children with conditions? Join us as we welcome Kayleigh Koehler, a Child Life Specialist who has transformed into a medical parent. She...
Episode 186 | Kayleigh's Story - A Child Life Specialists son with Tetralogy of Fallot [part 1]
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - September 06, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsWelcome to the ChildLife On Call podcast, where I, Katie Taylor, sit down with Kayleigh Koehler, a certified child life specialist, to discuss her journey as a medical mom and a child life specialist in a cardiac ICU. Join us as we dive into Kayleigh's personal story, from her gut intuition du...
Episode 185 | J.R.'s Story- A son with a Rare Disease
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - August 30, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsMeet J.R., a parent on a challenging journey. From aggressive behaviors to sensory challenges, she shares her struggles of raising a child with severe special needs. But just when things start to improve, an event occurs which leaves her questioning everything. You will not want to miss this s...
Episode 184 | Casey's Story - Free Resources to Bring Families Together
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - August 23, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIn the world of healthcare, where hope often intertwines with despair, one woman's accidental encounter sparked a revolution of compassion. Casey Baynes, driven by a single twist of fate, unlocked the power of providing support and joy to critically ill children and their families. The story u...
Episode 183 | An EMS professional tells us how to prepare your child for an ambulance ride
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - August 16, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsHave you ever heard these myths about preparing children for ambulance rides and hospital transfers? Myth 1: Children don't need any special preparation for medical transportation. Myth 2: It's best to keep children in the dark about what to expect during the ride. Myth 3: Distractions like to...
Episode 182 | Virtual Child Life Services in the Hospital with Sarah Lanham
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - August 09, 2023 06:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIn a world turned upside down by the pandemic, one Child Life Specialist found herself on a journey she never could have anticipated. But little did she know, a twist of fate was about to lead her down an unexpected path. This story is the catalyst for a groundbreaking virtual Child Life Spec...
Episode 181 | Jan’ s Story- A daughter with PVOD and a Lung Transplant
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - August 02, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsA mother fights against time and navigates the emotional rollercoaster of her daughter's lung transplant, as she strives to fulfill her promise while facing the heart-wrenching challenges of the organ transplant process in a race for survival. In this episode, you will be able to: Uncover th...
[Child Life 101] How to Prepare Babies, Kids and Teens for Procedures
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 31, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratings[ Child Life 101] How to Prepare Children for Medical Procedures Does this sound familiar? You try to prepare children for medical procedures, but no matter what you do, they still end up feeling stressed and anxious. You've been told to simply explain the procedure to them, but it's not w...
Episode 180 | Dianne's Story- How Neurofeedback helped her son
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 26, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIf you're feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and powerless as you try to address your child's unresolved behavioral issues, only to see them persist and worsen, then you are not alone! Despite your best efforts, the actions you may already be taking, such as discipline strategies, counseling, or...
Episode 179 | Laura's Story-Why Therapeutic Play is Essential During Healthcare Experiences
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 19, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsAttention, parents! Have you ever come across these myths while seeking ways to support your child's emotional well-being during healthcare experiences? Myth #1: Children are too young to understand and process their emotions. Myth #2: Therapeutic play is just a form of entertainment, not a val...
Episode 178 | Expert Guest on Adolescent Medicine: Dr. Hina Talib
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 12, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsIf you're feeling overwhelmed and powerless as you watch your teenager's health concerns worsen, despite your efforts to find solutions, then you are not alone! In this episode, you will be able to: Discover why your innate parental instincts can serve as an invaluable guide for your child's...
Episode 177 | Kimberly’s Story - Cord Prolapse and Emergent C-Section at 26 Weeks
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 05, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsEmpowering NICU Parents: Kimberly Reyes Shares Her Advocacy Journey If you're feeling helpless and overwhelmed in your NICU journey, despite trying to be involved and advocate for your baby, then you are not alone! It can be frustrating when your requests and concerns are not heard or acted up...
[Child Life 101] Empowering Parents: How Child Life Specialists Teach Effective Advocacy
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - July 03, 2023 06:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsDo you want to feel empowered and confident in advocating for your child's healthcare needs? Are you searching for a solution that will help you effectively speak up for your child in healthcare settings? In this episode, I will be sharing the key to unlocking your advocacy potential, enablin...
Episode 176 | Deaf, Deaf+ and Hard of Hearing Support with Barbara Hecht from Clarke Schools
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 28, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsToday's guest on the podcast is Dr. Barbara Hecht, National Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech. She shares with us how to support Deaf, Deaf +, and Hard of Hearing students. Dr. Hecht shares about early intervention, brings awareness to CM...
Episode 175 | Child Life in the Emergency Room (ER)
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 21, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsGoing to the emergency room with your child for any reason is never an occasion you plan on. Today, Sam Kraewic and Jessica Baird, Child Life Specialists working in the Emergency Room empower and equip us on how to be the best advocates when it comes to the Emergency Room. From medical play to n...
[Child Life 101] Supporting the Siblings in Pediatrics
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 19, 2023 06:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratings"What we can do as parents and professionals is look past the behavior." Helping Hands: Resources for Parents Supporting Siblings in Healthcare Situations I remember the first time I saw the impact of a sibling's illness on a family. It was heart-wrenching to watch as the older sibling hesitan...
Episode 174 | Finding out your Child has Cancer During your Pediatric Residency with Dr. Maureen Michele
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 14, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsDr. Maureen Michele brings such a valuable perspective to the podcast with her experience being a pediatrician and mother to a medically complex child. Maureen shares with us how to become an advocate and what inspired her to write a book called, 'Reclaiming your Life.' Her book is meant to guid...
[Child Life 101] How to Have Difficult Conversations with Kids
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 12, 2023 06:00 - 2 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsSo happy to share this "child life insight" with parents and professionals, but first let's answer the question: What are child life specialists? Child life specialists are trained professionals who provide emotional support and guidance to children and families facing challenging life exper...
Episode 173 | Dr. Korie Leigh - What Does Grief Feel Like?
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - June 07, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsDr. Korie Leigh is our guest today on the podcast, sharing with our listeners what grief feels like. Dr. Leigh is a Child Life Specialist, Thanatologist, Associate Professor, and most recently a Children's Book Author. Katie and Dr. Leigh have an essential conversation surrounding grief and wha...
Episode 172 | Rylee’s Story - A child life specialist with Tetralogy of Fallot
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - May 31, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsOn today's episode of the podcast, Katie interviews Rylee Neal who decided to become a Child Life Specialist from her past experiences being hospitalized with a heart condition called tetralogy of fallot. An experience with a Child Life Specialist during one of her hospital stays lead her to pu...
Episode 171 | Dr. Kate Lund - Growing up with Hydrocephalus
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - May 24, 2023 06:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsKatie along with co-host Mijha from Jambo books interview Dr. Kate Lund, TedEx speaker, clinical psychologist and hydrocephalus warrior. She brings an incredibly important perspective as provider, patient and parent. Dr. Lund shares with us how the support she received throughout her childhood h...
[Child Life 101] How to Support Kids in Pain
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - May 22, 2023 17:54 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratings[Child Life 101] How to Support Kids in Pain As a child life specialist, I know that pain can significantly impact children. It can affect them physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Research has shown that uncontrolled pain can lead to long-term effects such as stress, anxiety, a...
Episode 170 | Courtney’s Story - A daughter with Trisomy 21, AVSD and Pulmonary Hypertension
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - May 17, 2023 06:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsOn today's episode of the podcast, Katie interviews Courtney Morey, Mother to Annie who was diagnosed with Trisomy 21, AVSD and Pulmonary Hypertension. Katie and Courtney have such great dialogue and raw conversation in this episode. Courtney shares the positive impacts on her marriage and the q...
[Child Life 101] What is Child Life?
Child Life On Call: Parents of children with an illness or medical condition share their stories with a child life specialist - May 15, 2023 15:12 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsToday in [Child Life 101] we are answering the question we get ALL THE TIME: WHAT IS CHILD LIFE?! You've asked and now we're answering. Did you know that SO many of the parents on our podcast haven't ever even met a child life specialist before our interview?! Our goal during this series...
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